Top IT executives dedicate 18 months of service to Karnataka government

This Indian Administrative Fellowship (IAF) is facilitated by The Nudge Institute

Goal is to inject fresh expertise, innovation and efficiency in govt departments

Top IT executives are making a remarkable transition from their high-paying corporate careers to dedicate 18 months of service to the Karnataka government.

This unique collaboration, known as the Indian Administrative Fellowship (IAF), is facilitated by The Nudge Institute, based in Bengaluru.

Amongst the 730 applicants, these ten corporate leaders have been selected to work closely with government officials, leveraging their expertise to tackle pressing challenges.

Their focus areas include skill development to empower rural and semi-rural women financially, enhancing the adoption of existing youth services schemes, reducing dropout rates in education, and revamping the single-window clearance system for industries.

Their overarching goal is to inject fresh expertise, innovation, efficiency, and collaboration into government departments that are often understaffed, reliant on outdated practices, and slow to embrace new technologies. These professionals bring a unique perspective, particularly in areas like digitization and skill development.

Department heads have been instructed to seek their assistance when brainstorming projects or formulating policies, as the government aims to harness their knowledge and technical skills to enhance the quality of life for citizens.